Guided Walking Tour Amsterdam - Legends, History & Ghost Stories
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Legends, History & Ghost Walking Tour in Amsterdam
Discover Amsterdam’s mysterious past on this guided walking tour of history, legends, and ghostly tales. Explore haunted streets, historic sites like “Ghost Alley” and the “Weeping Tower,” while learning about witches, criminals, and restless spirits that still linger in the city. Wander historic streets, uncover hidden stories, enjoy a sweet Dutch treat along the way, and take home a souvenir.
This interactive tour isn’t just stories — you’ll be challenged to spot the seven virtues and seven sins hidden in the tales. What makes our tour unique is how we connect legend and fact. We’ve dug deep into Amsterdam’s archives to uncover real events behind the whispers and love sharing the authentic source material. You’ll leave with fresh insights into the city’s dark past — and maybe some goosebumps.
Perfect for history buffs, fans of legends and mysteries, and curious travelers seeking a unique Amsterdam experience.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Waterlooplein Market
The first eerie tales are set around Waterloo Square.
Oudeschans
In 1833 crowds gathered for days to see ghost appearances. What were they really witnessing — trickery, rumor, or mass imagination?
Options
English Tour - Evening
Dutch Evening Tour
Dutch Tour - Daytime
English Tour - Daytime
What‘s Included
Local Guide
Souvenir at the end
Typical sweet treat from Amsterdam
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Much walking. Good stories
Rene L,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Nonstop walking at a brisk pace no actual seating opportunities. Be prepared for was walking. Meeting place was confusing but communication with tour guide was quick and helpful. Guide was very knowledgeable and offered interactive teaching Guide occasionally left slower part of group behind when walking to the next stop. He did wait for everyone before starting the ghost story at each stop. Would recommend with awareness of activity level
Informative and fun! Luke...
Amanda H,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative and fun! Luke was wonderful! He was engaging, played a fun game with us to keep the kids engaged and was very accommodating.
Entertaining
221rhians,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luuk was a very entertaining guide, I really enjoyed listening to all the spooky stories and I would thoroughly recommend the tour to anyone
Excellent Folklore & History Tour
SCMVI,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really interesting tour around central Amsterdam; very interactive, Luuk was an engaging guide, and lots of fascinating folklore and history. Would recommend!
Family tour
Katherine B,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Got to see areas of the city we might not see otherwise. Guide was knowledgeable and easy to talk to
Nice tour
natitheksiezyc,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We enjoyed the tour, although we were hoping the stories would be a little longer, more engaging and a little scarier. We had a feeling like the guide was rushing a little bit.
Great tour, thoroughly recommend it!
GeorgieC2127,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on the ghost and legend tour. Luuk was a knowledgeable and friendly guide, who told engaging stories whilst he lead us around the city to parts we had not explored before. Thoroughly recommend this tour!
Discovered the city in a surprising way.
rachelbP9904FB,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a purebred Amsterdamer, I really enjoyed doing the city walk. Not only do I now look at places I have cycled past with very different eyes, but Luuk can also tell beautiful stories about the history of the city in a passionate, fascinating and inspiring way. Highly recommended, also for Amsterdammers. You also get a nice present, which gives you a nice memory of the tour.
Very informative about...
Megan W,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative about the dark history of the city. Luuk was an enthusiastic guide. Not sure how he managed it, but we met a black cat eager for attention during the walk. Spooky indeed!
Excellent and Flexible.
brandonpV9900GR,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A+, excellent guide. He was flexible and knowledgable of many topics relating to Amsterdam.
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